Metrology Technician

Company: Ford Halewood Transmissions Ltd (FHTL)

Location: Halewood, Merseyside

Salary: £45,230.18 (including the 35% holiday bonus)

Duration: Permanent

Working Hours:

• Day shift: Monday – Thursday 7am – 15.30pm, Fridays 7am – 12.30pm
• 3-shift:

• Earlies: Monday: 6.30am- 3pm, Tuesday – Thursday: 7am – 3pm, Friday: 7am – 12pm
• Lates: Monday – Thursday: 3pm – 11pm, Friday: 12pm-5.30pm
• Nights: Monday – Thursday: 11pm – 7am, Friday: 5.30pm – 11pm

About Ford:

At Ford Halewood Transmissions, we are driving innovation as a part of Ford Motor Company, a global automotive leader. Our Halewood site is undergoing a £355 million transformation, becoming Europe's first electric vehicle component manufacturer in 2024.

Your Role:

As a Measurement Room Specialist, you will be in Ford's Quality Department, improving processes, contributing to new product launches, and working with diverse teams.

What We Offer:

• Employee Development and Assistance Programme.
• Access to Ford's Privilege scheme.
• Competitive salary with yearly increases and a generous pension.
• Excellent work-life balance (25 days of holiday).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• On-site facilities: gym, sauna, and steam room.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the commissioning of new, state-of-the-art measurement equipment, ensuring accurate and efficient operation.
• Utilise your expertise in metrology and measurement principles to ensure the precision of internal and external purchased components, using advanced laboratory equipment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of measurement methods and processes, driving innovation and efficiency.
• Produce detailed measurement reports for components, ensuring clear communication of results and supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Assist with quality investigations, providing expert measurement support to resolve issues and maintain the highest standards of quality.
• Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and production personnel, working effectively as part of a team to achieve common goals.

The Ideal Candidate:

Qualifications: Completed a Mechanical/Electrical apprenticeship or an HNC/HND equivalent in a relevant subject.

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of measurement principles, processes, and engineering drawings; background in metrology or metallurgy measurement preferred.

Skills: Proficient in computer applications, including Word and Excel, with strong communication abilities.

Workplace Competencies: Knowledge of 5S and workplace organization practices.

Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team while being self-motivated and flexible.

Personal Attributes: Adaptable, eager to learn, and able to work independently.

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.